All Work & No Play

[amongthethorns]

[Honestly, they're all exhausted - not tired but just worn out physically - after getting called all the way over here to help deal with a sudden rapid spike of missing souls which had been caused, unsurprisingly by an influx of demons. It was an odd thing and they still needed to pinpoint the origin of this matter, after all. Neither they nor the Paris Reapers could figure out what can caused an entire legion of Hells most foul to ascend on the city of lights.

Thankfully, with the five of them working pulled through just fine even if Alan was just a junior and Ronald was a rookie still. 

At least the hotel was nice even if they had to bunk up; two beds to each room. At least they had adjoining rooms so if they wanted they could throw the door between the two rooms open and interact.

Alan closed the field kit he'd been using to tend even their most minor of injuries; huffing out a tired but relieved breath. His chest ached just slightly and his shoulders slumped a little bit.] 

Well, that was certainly interesting if I don't say so myself. I know we've still got a few more days here in the city just to make sure things are well in hand an find answers, but what do we do for now? I mean - what do you even do in Paris?   

[He turned toward his bed where a rather large suitcase was tucking the field kit away. He'd brought a few things with him. They'd put all their belongings into this singular suitcase - fresh suits, documentations they needed when they went to Paris's dispatch branch for briefings and reports, a few other odds and ends.]

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[amongthethorns]

[ There's a slight twitch of his lips. A laugh that wants to come out but doesn't. ]

Packing alcohol wasn't exactly something I thought we might need for a work trip.

[ Even so. He's stepping back into his shoes. ]

That being said, if I know any of you well enough one bottle of wine certainly isn't going to be enough or even strong enough so -

[ And he's just shrugging back into his vest and shoving his sleeves up. ]

Tell me what you like and I'll go fetch it.

[ochitashinigami]

"Yes. We need something stronger. I'll go with you. "

[dead_serious]

[ William looks up from where he'd been removing his watch to give the two a bit of a glare. Of course Alan would volunteer to go. And of course Eric would tag along. That means that with Ron still out, he'd be left here with Grell. Wonderful. ]

Gin.

[ At this point, all of dispatch should know what William's drink of choice is, but he states it firmly enough anyway. ]

[untodeath]

[ Realization clicks, and of course, Grell’s eyes brighten! Bottle clutched to her chest, she sways on her feet. ]

Well! I’m all set, then! I have everything I need, right here. [ So she says, winking William’s way! ]

[amongthethorns]

Right.

[ He may feel just the tiniest bit guilty at leaving William by himself with Grell but that's likely a good idea since Alan doesn't drink that often. While it's true he could figure out what they wanted if he took his time looking at every bottle on the shelves 'til he found a familiar one it would be best to have Eric there. ]

Well, that's good. You can help me pick my own wine.

[ No offense to Grell but he doesn't like red. Maybe he'll go with Riesling most likely. That and he truly has no idea what Eric favors. True he's gone out with him and to collect him from bars and pubs but the drink is rarely the same.]

[ochitashinigami]

[Eric smiles and pats Alan's shoulder]

We can do better than wine.

William and Grell - While Alan and Eric are out

[dead_serious]

[ The closing of the hotel door behind the two is followed with an irritated huff from their supervisor. That gin better arrive here soon, as he can already find himself getting frustrated with Grell just being in the same room as him. ]

Alan and Eric out shopping

[amongthethorns]

[ And just like that they're stepping back out into the Paris night air. ]

I'm trusting you to help me pick out proper alcohol since I don't have as much experience with that kind of thing. Thank you for coming with me, Senior Slingby. If I was going on my own it would likely take a while.

[ He laughs softly with a shake of his head. ]

Something tells me Mister Spears wouldn't like it if we dawdled.

Re: Alan and Eric out shopping

[ochitashinigami]

[Eric can't contain his grin.]

There's already a bottle for those who want wine. Let's have a little more fun. [The Paris air is cool and sweet] Let's enjoy ourselves! Let's come back with something special.

[amongthethorns]

I'm not fond of red unless it's a sweet one. Some are a bit too - I suppose bold is a good way to describe it.

[ He tilts his head slightly. Alan might be keeping his pace slow and leisurely. There's no need to rush and he might be just taking in the city. It was gorgeous.]

I think the fact that we're all drinking at all is enough fun, don't you?

[ Alan just rolls his eyes. A little grin tugging at his lips, his next words coming out playfully teasing. ]

I'm curious to see what 'more fun' means to you.

[He snaps his fingers after a moment.]

Oh! - Or are you going to want to play one of those games like at a bar? I don't think any of us could match you drink for drink without Ronald here.

[ochitashinigami]

[He laughs.] Spears would have our skins. No, but we can still bring back something good.

[amongthethorns]

I'm honestly surprised he's so receptive to drinking while we're here on a work trip. Maybe he's feeling a little stressed? I know he and Senior Sutcliff have an interesting relationship dynamic.

[ochitashinigami]

William can handle it. I'm not worried. As for the liquor well, I'm just not going to ask too many questions

[amongthethorns]

I suppose that's true. Let's just not be too excessive with the alcohol. I know we're here for a few days yet but we don't need too much.

[ He hummed for a moment. ]

I should warn you since we're sharing a bed, I'll likely fall asleep before you do. I also can't promise to no wake up and move a bit.

[ It was a step backwards to sleep more like he had as a human but it wasn't a bad one. There were worse symptoms he's sure. ]

[untodeath]

[ Watching the door close behind the two, Grell chuckles. It’s a low, lulling sound. ]

How lucky those two are.

[ Glancing over her shoulder at William, she hums with a can’t of her brows! ]

They’re wrong about the wine, though. Still, more for me!

[ She sets the bottle down on the table they’ve been provided - next to the ice bucket and drinking glasses. ]

Unless, you’d care to join me?

[dead_serious]

No. I will wait for my own.

[ What he will do, though, is take that ice bucket. Grell won't be needing any in her wine, but he'll certainly want some for his drink. He's certain he saw the ice machine down the hall, when they'd first exited the elevator. Taking that task upon himself will mean less time with Grell tossing flirtatious glances his way!

There is the briefest pause, however, curiosity getting the better of him. ]

Lucky in what sense?

[untodeath]

[ A disappointed hum. She watches him take the ice bucket with vague interest, smirking when he can’t resist asking.

There’s a window behind the table, and she’s keen on opening it. Drawing the curtains, she sighs at the view! ]

They’re both keen on one another, sharing a night on the streets of Paris.

[ Unlatching the window, she pulls it open to lean out and take a breath. Her smile has lessened. She’s jealous. ]

They would be smart not to waste it.

[dead_serious]

If you are going to complain, you are free to go enjoy it, yourself.

[ Though he can't imagine Alan would let him sit here for too long, waiting on the drink he requested. And until it does arrive, Grell will find it rather diffucult to get anything other than a bad mood from him. ]

[untodeath]

[ Grell turns back to him with a roll of the eyes. ]

And miss this? Not a chance!

[dead_serious]

[ He knows she's obsessed with him, but is he actually more appealing than Paris, the city of romance? It has him shaking his head, unconvinced. ]

We see one another on a near daily basis already.

[untodeath]

[ Oh, is he actually being serious? That earns a quirk of her brow. ]

In case you’ve forgotten, we just pulled a double-shift, and even I require some beauty rest.

[ By now, she’s closed the distance between them, and reaches up to pat his cheek. ]

Anyway, it wouldn’t hold the same excitement for me.

[ochitashinigami]

I can always count on you to remind us to behave. [Eric smiles, taking a step closer. As Alan talks about moving around in his sleep. His expression softens, deeply affectionate looking.] It's all right. I won't mind.

[dead_serious]

Ah.

[ Realising he just misinterpreted her meaning in a super egotistical way has him feeling a bit foolish. Enough so that he misses dodging that face pat. Which just adds more to the feeling!

Better cover it up with a good oldfashioned adjustment of his glasses. ]

[untodeath]

[ While William might consider it a cover-up, Grell sees it as a plain giveaway! She snerks, taking his wrist as she walks around him! ]

If you are on your way out, however, I think that I’ll steal the shower. And you could always join me if you make it back in time. [ Wink! ]

[amongthethorns]

Someone has to, don't they? [He tsks softly.] You're always getting into some kind of trouble. I thought you were supposed to be the one keeping me out of trouble, you know. [Alan glanced over at him before shrugging.] Right well, it's your face that might get hit or a knee in your back.